Caravan King's Cross

Caravan started as a small coffee roastery and has grown into a small chain, but its King's Cross flagship on Granary Square remains a benchmark for London's modern brunch scene, mixing Middle Eastern, Asian, and Mediterranean flavours on one menu. The industrial-chic dining room overlooks the square's fountains, and the in-house roasted coffee is as much a draw as the food.

With a 4.5 rating over 6,000 reviews and solidly high trendy and must-see scores, it draws a broad mix of locals and visitors rather than a niche crowd. It works equally well for a relaxed breakfast or a lively weekend brunch with a group.